"Te Quiero Mucho is an exploration of the intersection of memory and motion, utilizing the visual mediums of dance and archival imagery. Within my extensive Mexican family, my Grandmother stands as a central figure, illuminating our familial ties, despite her battle with Dementia. She remains a resilient symbol of our shared heritage, something I aimed to channel through my artistic pursuit. I sought to excavate and preserve my family’s history through months of gathering archival material. With this work, I crafted a testament to our lineage amidst the intricate layers of diaspora.
This project stands as a tribute to my grandmother's sacrifices. Arriving to the US at 20, my grandmother dedicated decades to her work as a seamstress. I've reverently hand-sewn carefully selected images onto fabric, adorning a folklórico dress—an ode to Mexico's narrative in dance. This symbiosis honors her legacy and our family's fortitude.
Despite her receding memory, our farewell ritual, 'Te quiero mucho, ma' 'Y tambien yo, mi amor,' endures.
Ma, te quiero mucho.
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